Bridgett McGowen is an award-winning international professional speaker; a Forbes contributor; the founder and owner of BMcTALKS Press, an independent publishing company; and the founder and owner of BMcTALKS Academy where she helps professionals monetize their expertise and reach others with their voices.
Bridgett has been a professional speaker since 2001 and has spoken on programs alongside prominent figures such as former President Barack Obama, Deepak Chopra, Oprah Winfrey, Shonda Rhimes, Kim Coles, and Katie Couric.
The prestigious University of Texas at Austin presented her with a Master Presenter Award; Canada-based One Woman presented her with two Fearless Woman Awards; and she has facilitated hundreds of presentations to thousands of go-getters positioned all around the globe.
Bridgett has earned bachelor's and master's degrees and has taught for Prairie View A&M University, Lone Star College System, and University of Phoenix. She is the author of multiple books to include REAL TALK: What Other Experts Won’t Tell You About How to Make Presentations That Sizzle as well as Show Up and Show Out: 52 Communication Habits to Make You Unforgettable. Bridgett resides with her family in Phoenix, Arizona.